Luke 7:10

And they that were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole that had been sick.

And {G2532} they that were sent {G3992}, returning {G5290} to {G1519} the house {G3624}, found {G2147} the servant {G1401} whole {G5198} that had been sick {G770}.

When the messengers got back to the officer's house, they found the servant in good health.

And when the messengers returned to the house, they found the servant in good health.

And they that were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole.

Commentary

Luke 7:10 (KJV) brings to a swift and powerful conclusion the narrative of the healing of the centurion's servant, demonstrating the immediate and complete effect of Jesus' word.

Context

This verse follows a remarkable encounter where a Roman centurion, a Gentile, sought Jesus' help for his gravely ill servant. Rather than asking Jesus to visit his home, the centurion, out of profound humility and understanding of authority, expressed his belief that Jesus needed only to "say in a word" (as in Luke 7:7) for the servant to be healed. Jesus was astonished by this extraordinary faith, which He declared He had not found even in Israel. The messengers, initially Jewish elders and then friends, were dispatched by the centurion to relay his request and humility to Jesus. Their return to the centurion's house confirms the miracle's completion.

Key Themes

  • The Power of Jesus' Word: The central theme is the absolute authority and efficacy of Jesus' spoken command. The healing occurred instantaneously and from a distance, without any physical contact or presence from Jesus. This highlights His divine power over sickness and space, echoing other instances of healing at a distance, such as the nobleman's son in John 4.
  • Extraordinary Faith: The centurion's faith is a paragon in the Gospels. He understood spiritual authority in a way many in Israel did not, believing Jesus' word was sufficient, much like his own command was obeyed by his soldiers (Luke 7:8). This profound faith secured the miracle.
  • Divine Compassion: Despite the centurion being a Gentile and a Roman officer, Jesus readily responded to his plea, demonstrating His universal compassion and willingness to heal all who come to Him in faith.
  • Instantaneous Healing: The phrase "found the servant whole" emphasizes the completeness and immediacy of the healing, leaving no doubt about the miraculous intervention.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word translated "whole" is hygiainō (ὑγιαίνω), from which we derive English words like "hygiene." It signifies being in a state of good health, sound, or well. This is a strong term indicating a complete restoration to perfect health, not merely an improvement or partial recovery. The servant was not just better; he was entirely "whole" – fully restored to his previous healthy state, or perhaps even better.

Practical Application

Luke 7:10 encourages believers to cultivate a faith that trusts implicitly in Jesus' authority and word. We may not always see immediate physical healing, but this passage affirms that God hears and responds to humble, persistent faith. It reminds us that Jesus' power is not limited by distance or circumstance. Our prayers, offered with sincere belief in His power, can bring about profound results, even when we feel unworthy, just as the centurion did. This narrative invites us to reflect on the depth of our own trust in Jesus' ability to act, even when we cannot physically see Him at work.

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Cross-References

  • John 4:50

    Jesus saith unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way.

  • John 4:53

    So the father knew that [it was] at the same hour, in the which Jesus said unto him, Thy son liveth: and himself believed, and his whole house.

  • Matthew 8:13

    And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, [so] be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed in the selfsame hour.

  • Mark 9:23

    Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things [are] possible to him that believeth.

  • Matthew 15:28

    Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great [is] thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.
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